Music organisations 

SkyBridge is a global music collective founded in Boston in 2013 by Japanese composer and vocalist Utako Toyama, a graduate of Berklee College of Music, under the motto "We look different, we ALL smile the same." Through performances, participatory workshops, school tours and flash mobs, SkyBridge uses music as a practical tool for intercultural understanding, and its original songs promote diversity, equity and world peace.

Mujeres del Blues is an independent international editorial and cultural platform dedicated to increasing the visibility, recognition and representation of women and gender diverse people in blues and related musical cultures. Founded in Chile, the platform connects Latin America, Europe and North America through journalism, interviews, research, educational initiatives and the creation of a living international archive documenting the contributions and stories of women in blues.

Don't Tell is a grassroots promoter introducing new artists to the Brighton & London music scenes.

Amplifying Accessibility supports Disabled music workers across Wales to develop careers designed with them in mind. Our aim is to make access a standard, as opposed to a luxury.

Our name EQTY in Music expresses our commitment to building a fair, representative and accessible music industry. We work to bring together young people and musicians from minoritised backgrounds to unleash talent, ignite lifelong engagement with music, and carve equitable space within the UK music industry. 

Tyne and Queer is a queer- and disabled-led non-profit live music organisation based in the North East, founded by Beck Carol in 2020. Tyne and Queer is more than just promoting gigs. We help build disability equality into all aspects of live events.

CWB is a multigenre production, management and promotion company working with some of Ireland’s and the world’s best talent. We bring unique insight and years of expertise across the creative business disciplines, from tour and concept delivery, to strategic management and promotion, to producing iconic events.

CROCUS TALENT AGENCY is a project founded by two women who are passionate about the world of culture. After several years working with record labels, Marie and Nolwenn created Crocus to help talents in music and the arts grow.

Wiccan Play Blues (WPB) is a record label and management agency based in Spain. We specialize in Rock, Blues, and Country music, with a core mission to provide visibility and professional representation to women artists over 40.

We are Fuchsbau eV from Hanover – a collective of young people who have been bringing together art, music, and social discourse since 2012. With the Fuchsbau Festival and smaller day events or concerts, we create spaces for new perspectives, encounters, and collaborative creation – diverse, sustainable, and accessible.

We are hidden we are a label we are family we are everything or nothing we are pizza we are love we are big and we are small we are non-binary we are trans we are the worst (or the best) we are what we are, we are whatever you want us to be, but most of all, we are music.

Swaledale Festival is an annual festival of music and arts based in the three most northerly Yorkshire Dales - Swaledale, Wensleydale and Arkengarthdale - a large rural area of outstanding beauty. Founded in 1972, the Festival begins on the Saturday of the late May Spring Bank Holiday each year and runs for two weeks.

The Music Beta Conference & Festival (Nassau, Bahamas – July 2026) is a multi-track event merging Caribbean creativity, global music-tech innovation, and artist career development. The agenda is designed to align with Keychange’s mission of diversity, equity, and international collaboration.

Bold Note Vocal Coaching is a contemporary vocal coaching studio in North Devon, dedicated to inclusive, confidence building singing tuition.

Rave Scout® is a co-creative platform dedicated to championing marginalized talent, advancing harm reduction, and driving innovation across music, education, technology, and culture— to build a healthier, more equitable, and inclusive live-music industry.

The Tung Auditorium is the University of Liverpool’s state-of-the-art concert hall, designed for both teaching and performance. Opened in 2022 and located within the Yoko Ono Lennon Centre, the venue offers an outstanding acoustic experience and is gaining a reputation as a welcoming and intimate space in which to enjoy a variety of music.

MUSA is a cultural platform founded and artistically directed by Valentina Caudana, based in Denmark. The platform promotes gender equality and sustainability in music through festivals, forums, and educational programs.

Good Stuff In Between is a boutique management and publicity agency based in Scotland, working with independent artists and music festivals to amplify their stories, including through its industry podcast and newsletter.

Sonraíz is a festival held in Carcabuey, in the Sierras Subbéticas of Córdoba, Andalusia, which brings together music rooted in tradition, art, gastronomy, and rural culture in a unique multisensory experience.

Calm Nest Collective is a consultancy dedicated to redefining sustainability, inclusivity, and wellbeing in events, workplaces, and public spaces. Through our Calm Nest Spaces®, sustainability consulting, and neuroinclusive workplace solutions, we create environments where people and communities can thrive.

Collabeez is a value-oriented collective of freelance-based experts. We support our clients holistically and develop brands through interdisciplinary sustainable collaboration and organisational change.

Founded in 2012 by young conductor Chloé van Soeterstède, Arch Sinfonia is celebrated for its boundless energy, youthful inspiration and committed performances of a wide range of repertoire. Now a registered charity, Arch Sinfonia brings together early-career musicians in a dynamic chamber orchestra dedicated to bridging the gap between audience and ensemble.

Brewhouse Inkubator is a dynamic hub for entrepreneurship and business development within music tech. Discover more about our mission, our funding sources, and the communities we serve.

Amplify Her is a UK-based grassroots music initiative dedicated to supporting women and gender-expansive artists and music industry professionals. Through live events, songwriting camps, industry opportunities, and community-building, we create safe, inclusive spaces where creativity, collaboration, and career growth can thrive.

QMusic is the peak body for Queensland’s music sector, the state-wide representative voice for Queensland’s musicians, music workers, live music venues and fans. Our vision is to support and promote a Queensland music industry that is thriving, diverse, and connected.

Create the Room is an independent, boutique, artful startup committed to fostering equitable opportunities for early-career and transitioning professionals from underserved creative communities.

Our Festival (Fin. Meidän Festivaali) is an award-winning chamber music event by the historic Lake Tuusula in southern Finland. Since 1997, the festival has offered intimate and thought-provoking experiences through a bold programme that blends classical music with other art forms. Set among the lakeside landscapes that inspired Finnish cultural legends.

The Association of Independent Promoters (AIP) represents, empowers and provides a vital support network to independent promoters across the UK. The association is made up of more than 150 members across the country, representing thousands of events every year.

Purple City is an independent, volunteer-run all-ages music festival based in Edmonton, Alberta. We present three days of live music, panels, and public programming across downtown venues, with a focus on equity-seeking artists and communities.